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Open Command: Run Graphical Macos Application
Use for run graphical macos application with Open. Exact CLI syntax to run graphical macos application using Open.
When to use this: Use for run graphical macos application with Open.
Command Syntax
open -a "<Application>"open -a "<Application>"Live Command Builder
Final Command
open -a "<Application>" Command Breakdown
-a- Command Option
- Tool-specific option used by this command invocation.
FAQ
Purpose: Exact syntax to run graphical macos application using Open.
Test path: Replace placeholders and run destructive commands in a disposable workspace first.
Flag behavior: Tool version, platform, and shell can change behavior.
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